Meet The Team

After completing her Bachelor of Applied Science and Master of Clinical Chiropractic at RMIT University Melbourne, Dr. Tonilee Has gone on to complete her Postgraduate degree in Sports Chiropractic (ICSSP)

With the rest of her family, Dr Tonilee was fortunate to receive regular chiropractic care from a young age. Experiencing firsthand the impact on her development, performance, health and wellbeing, she’s passionate about providing the highest quality of care to the entire family: ranging from pregnancy and babies to grandparents.

Tonilee was an active teen - she enjoyed all sports, especially athletics and equestrian. This sparked her interest in sports chiropractic and exercise rehab, motivating her to complete her two-year post-graduate studies in Sports Chiropractic Science (ICSSP) after university.

Tonilee enjoys using a diverse range of techniques ranging from gentle care for kids to the stronger techniques used with athletes. She incorporates a holistic approach: looking at the physical, chemical (nutritional) and emotional well-being of each of her patients. This keeps every day interesting and maintains her motivation to have strong referral networks with other health practitioners.

Outside work and study, you will find Tonilee playing with her Golden Retriever Murphy, keeping fit or travelling. Growing up in far east country Victoria influenced Tonilee’s love for travel and activities. An ideal day for Tonilee (other than helping others achieve their health goals) is being outside at the snow or on the water with friends and family.

SPECIAL INTERESTS:

• Sports Chiropractic
• Pre and post-natal care for mums
• Gentle care for children & bubs
• Supporting kids & teens in sport

STUDIES:

• Bachelor of Health Sciences (Chiropractor) with distinction
• Masters of Clinical Chiropractic with distinction
• International Chiropractic Sports Science Practitioner
• Sympathetic Dominance (nervous system under stress)
• TLC pregnancy care
• Optimal Maternal Positioning
• Inspiral (paediatric development)
• Sacral Occipital Technique SOT (gentle low force technique)
• Rocktape/ Graston (sports taping)
• Functional Neuro-Orthopedic Rehabilitation (FNOR)
• International Certificate of Sports Chiropractic (ICSC)
• Pilates Teacher Training
• Pre and Post Natal Pilates Teacher Training
• Intended future studies: postgraduate in paediatric neurodevelopmental care

Dr Melvin Ma is a registered chiropractor with AHPRA of Australia, New Zealand Chiropractic Board, and

Hong Kong Chiropractic Council.

As a Senior Chiropractor with over 13 years of experience of which 10 was based in rural Victoria and 3

years in Metro Melbourne, I am passionate about delivering quality services to my patients from a

holistic and practical perspective combining Chiropractic methods with multidiscipline medical works.

Practising in rural Victoria has enlightened me with a wide range of difficult and hidden diagnosis and his

patients range from 3 weeks old to 99 years old including sports athletes and gold medallists.

SPECIAL INTERESTS:

Sports Chiropractic

Pre-and post-natal care for mums

Paediatric issues up to 18 years old

Geriatric issues and supports including post stroke rehabilitation

STUDIES:

• Bachelor of Applied Science (Complimentary medicine- Chiropractic)
• Master of Clinical Chiropractic with distinction
• Musculoskeletal dry needling certified
• ESWT shockwave application certified
• Activator technique
• Sacral Occipital Technique (SOT) with advanced visceral and organic module
• Neuroimpulse Protocol (NIP)
• Neuroimpulse adjusting application
• Sympathetic Dominance (SD) protocol
• Kinesiology Tape application (Sports Tapping)
• Thompson technique
• TMJ and cranial technique
• Vertigo and BPPV management
• Dementia and movement disorder management
• Allergic rhinitis with asthma management
• Ongoing CPD with medical radiology interventions and medical updates from RACGP

Zoe completed her Bachelor of Health Science and Bachelor of Applied Science (Chiropractic) at RMIT University in Melbourne graduating with Distinctions. Zoe’s passion for chiropractic has developed as she has first-hand experienced the benefits and has also witnessed the profound effect this drug free alternative treatment can have on health.

Her philosophy is simple, chiropractic care is for all ages from new born to the elderly in order to help the body achieve its full potential. She has special interest in functional neuro-rehab, a growing field which assesses the brain-body communication networks, identifies breakdowns and then prescribes exercises to improve brain performance. She continues to embark on further study in this area to improve and refine her diagnostic skills. 

Zoe uses a wide range of techniques including manual adjustments/manipulation, low force techniques such as blocks and activator, soft tissue therapy, dry needling, mobilisation, and taping to name a few. Some of the most common conditions that Zoe can assist with include back pain, neck pain, headaches, dizziness, joint pain, musculoskeletal injuries, and injury rehabilitation. 

Outside of practice Zoe enjoys spending time with family and friends, travelling, attending salsa classes, bouldering and escaping to the outdoors. 

SPECIAL INTERESTS:

• Paediatrics
• Sports Chiropractic
• Functional neuro rehabilitation 

STUDIES:

• Bachelor of Health Science and Bachelor of Applied Science (Chiropractic) with Distinctions.
• Reformer Pilates Teacher training 
• Activator technique 
• Musculoskeletal dry needling certified 
• Kinesiology tape application 
• Dizziness and Vertigo management 
• Inspiral (paediatric development)
• Switched on kids (paediatric development)
• The Melillo Method
• TMJ and cranial technique

Dr Yvette completed her double bachelor degree of Applied Science (Chiropractic) and Health Sciences with distinctions at RMIT University, Melbourne in 2017.

Dr Yvette has always aspired toward a healthy lifestyle, coming from a family that was heavily involved in the sporting community in Nagambie and surrounds.

This involvement first sparked her passion in health and how the human body works, and she was excited to return to her home town after completing her university studies to begin caring for the wider community. 

Dr Yvette worked in Nagambie for 7 years before relocating to Melbourne this year with her family. 

She is passionate about helping people of all ages to achieve their optimal health, but has a particular interest in women’s health, pregnancy and paediatrics, and supporting people in their sporting goals. She is always eager to learn and further expand her knowledge. 

In her spare time Dr Yvette enjoys spending time with her husband, two young children and hyperactive German Shorthaired Pointer, Hugo. She also loves running regularly, cooking healthy and nutritious meals for her family, reading and spending as much time outdoors as possible. 

STUDIES:

• SOT - Sacral Occipital Technique
• Sympathetic Dominance 
• Inspiral Paediatric Development 
• Rocktape (sports taping)

SPECIAL INTERESTS:

• Pre and post natal care for mums 
• Paediatrics
• Sports care 

Meet Bessy, a healthcare professional with over 13 years of experience dedicated to helping others. 

Before moving to Australia from Albania, Bessy worked as a paramedic and obtained a Master's in surgical nursing.

For the past 9 years, Bessy has worked as a remedial massage therapist collaborating with various healthcare professionals such as physiotherapists, osteopaths, and chiropractors. 

With years of experience working with athletes, Bessy has developed a soft tissue approach combined with an active release stretch technique. While qualified in dry needling, Bessy prefers a hands-on approach to feel the soft tissue changes.

Clients can expect a warm and welcoming experience that blends expertise with fun.

Things to know about Bessy:

• Enthusiastic, positive energy.
• Lover of Coffee by the Beach.
• Family time is very important to him.
• Enjoys Kickboxing, Soccer and going to the Gym.
• To fill his Adrenaline Cup we can find Bessy, Skydiving, Jet-skiing or around fast cars or Motorbikes.

After completing high school, I was motivated to pursue a physically engaging career focused on helping others. I undertook three years of study at Victoria University, where I graduated with an Advanced Diploma of Myotherapy.

I have been actively involved in competitive basketball since the age of eight, progressing through domestic, junior representative, and senior levels, including Big V and Country Basketball League. During this time, I served as team captain across multiple seasons and coached junior players in domestic competitions.

In 2023, I branched into Australian rules football, joining Caroline Springs Football Club in the Western Football Netball League. In my third season, the team achieved an undefeated premiership.

With eight years of experience in the massage industry, I’m looking to build on my fitness knowledge this year, including studying reformer Pilates.

INTERESTS:

• Playing basketball
• Watching AFL
• Pilates workouts
• Playing frisbee with Boogie

STUDIES:

• Advanced diploma of Myotherapy
• Diploma of remedial massage
• Diploma of fitness